Senior Electronics Engineer
Filtronic · Sedgefield, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Posted Oct 5, 2026
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About Us
At Filtronic, we design and manufacture advanced RF and microwave solutions that power critical communication networks across the globe. Working with leading technology partners, we are at the forefront of innovation in high-frequency electronics.
We are now looking for a talented Senior Electronics Engineer to join our Systems Engineering team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge RF and communications products.
The Role
You will play a key role in the design and development of advanced analogue and digital electronic systems .
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with RF, software and firmware engineers to develop and deliver high-performance solutions for applications across telecommunications, space, defence and high-altitude platforms .
You will take ownership of electronic designs from concept through to volume manufacture , using modern engineering tools and technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
Electronic Design & Development
Design and develop analogue and digital electronic circuits , including mixed-signal systems
Create signal conditioning circuits, filters, amplifiers, and power supply modules
Develop digital systems using microprocessors, ADCs, DACs, and associated logic
Produce detailed specifications, perform simulation, and support component selection
Capture schematics and define PCB requirements, including materials and stack-up
Systems Integration & Testing
Work with interfaces such as PCIe, USB, Ethernet, CAN bus, I²C, and SPI
Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and communication issues
Perform system-level integration, verification, and validation testing
Prepare test specifications, reports, and reliability assessments
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Collaborate across hardware, software, firmware, and RF teams
Participate in and lead design reviews to mitigate risks
Support product introduction, fault diagnosis, and diagnostic processes
Manage component obsolescence and recommend alternatives
Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry standards
Reliability & Performance
Conduct thermal analysis, MTBF calculations, and tolerance analysis
Ensure designs meet performance, cost, quality, and manufacturability targets
Requirements
About You
You are a detail-oriented engineer with experience developing high-performance electronic systems in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
You will bring:
A degree in Electronic Engineering or in relevant subject, or equivalent experience
Strong experience in analogue and digital circuit design at component level
Experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools (Altium Designer desirable)
Familiarity with EMC/EMI design and testing principles
Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analysers, and logic analysers
Desirable:
Experience in RF or microwave electronics
Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing and surface…